Morning Glory Cafe menu - Black Mountain NC 28711

Dinner

Appetizers, Small Plates
- Fried Oysters $8.5
  
  Tempura battered virginia oysters, lemon-sriracha aioli, wasabi cocktail sauce.
- Smoked Trout Artichoke Dip $7.5
  
  Creamy spinach artichoke dip with sunburst farm smoked trout, flatbread crackers
- Cheese & Charcuterie Board $14
  
  A selection of artisan cheeses and cured meats. Kalamata olives, pickled apples, lusty monk mustard, grilled focaccia and flatbread
- Marinated Beets and Goat Cheese $7
  
  Local red and gold beets, pistachio crusted goat cheese, micro greens, chive infused olive oil.
- Fried Green Tomatoes $6
  
  Tempura batter, lemon-caper remoulade.
- Scallops Bruschetta $11
  
  Blackened jumbo scallops, gorgonzola-walnut butter, grilled focaccia, micro greens.
- Polenta Fries $6
  
  Parmesan polenta fries fried golden brown. Homemade spicy ketchup.
- Baked Pimento Cheese $6
  
  Sharp cheddar, Monterey jack, roasted red and poblano peppers, flatbread crackers.
- Salmon Cakes $9
  
  Wild alaskan salmon, capers, red bell pepper, goat cheese and scallions. Garlic-lime aioli.
- Bread Plate $3
  
  Organic rosemary focaccia & flatbread. Sundried tomato and kalamata olive tapenade, theros olive oil.

Soups, Salads
- Chef's Daily Soup Creations $3
  
  Add roasted local chicken breast, grilled shrimp or local tempeh to any salad for 4.5
- House Salad $4
  
  Local mixed organic baby greens, fresh cucumber, tomato, red onion and carrots.
- Caesar Salad $4
  
  Romaine hearts, focaccia croutons, anchovy, parmigianino reggiano
- Rocket Salad $6
  
  Local baby arugula, spiced almonds, granny smith apples, sultanas, manchego cheese. sherry vinaigrette.
- The Med Salad $6
  
  Local organic baby greens, beets, pistachio goat cheese, roasted red pepper, dried cherries. Citrus vinaigrette.

Entrees
- Blackened Sunburst Trout $19
  
  Grilled green tomato and arugula panzanella, citrus vinaigrette, parmesan grits
- Brown Sugar Brined Pork Chop $20
  
  Hickory nut gap farm bone in pork chop grilled to perfection!! served with mashed yukons, seasonal vegetables or greens and a lusty monk cherry mustard sauce.
- Moroccan Vegetable Tagine $14
  
  Carrots, eggplant, bell peppers, onions, spinach and tomatoes simmered in a spiced coconut gravy. Served over brown basmati rice with a lemon-yogurt sauce, sultanas and pistachios. Add local chicken breast for $3.00
- Lemon-Herb Roast Chicken $17
  
  Ashley farms boneless chicken breast rubbed with house garden herbs and fresh lemon zest
- Scallops Risotto $25
  
  Seared jumbo scallops, spinach-parmesan risotto, orange-saffron infused olive oil, pomegranate reduction
- Vegetable Napoleon $14
  
  Grilled parmesan polenta, portabella mushroom, roasted eggplant, roasted red pepper, wilted spinach and roasted tomatoes stacked high, topped with mozzarella. marinara sauce, basil infused olive oil, balsamic reduction.
- Honest Fried Chicken $17
  
  Buttermilk brined local boneless chicken breast lightly breaded then deep fried. Servced with mashed yukons, seasonal vegetables or greens, country sage gravy.
- Shrimp and Grits $16
  
  Atlantic coast sustainably caught shrimp, local andouille sausage, poblano peppers and fresh tomatoes. white wine, lemon & butter sauce. Local parmesan grits.
- Dynamite Ribeye $26
  
  Served with mashed yukons, seasonal vegetables or greens, pisgah brewing benton's bacon snout demi-glace.

Hand-Helds

Served with seasoned fries, quinoa tabbouleh, cup of soup, or a side house or caesar salad
- Oyster Po Boy $10
  
  Tempura fried Virginia oysters, lettuce, tomato, red onion, lemon-caper remoulade on grilled local hoagie roll.
- The Marcy $9.5
  
  Carolina turkey burger seasoned with rosemary and sage served on a multi-grain sprouted bun with fresh spinach, goat cheese and a cran-apple relish
- Southwestern Veggie Burger $8.75
  
  3 grain black bean and roasted corn burger topped with avocado, tomato, red onion, cilantro-lime sauce. Hold the avo, add cheese and bacon 9
- Back to Basics Burger $9
  
  Half-pound hickory nut gap beef burger grilled to order, lettuce, tomato, onion. Add cheese $0.50 add bacon, pimento cheese, or fried local egg 1
- Black-and-Bleu Burger $10.5
  
  Half-pound hickory nut gap ground beef, spicy cajun seasoning, gorgonzola cheese, smoked bacon and garlic mayo
- Fish or Shrimp Tacos - One Fish Taco. $9
  
  Tempura-battered tilapia or shrimp taco with fresh cabbage and cilantro-lime sauce. Fried plantains, organic brown rice, black beans and salsa.
- Fish or Shrimp Tacos - One Shrimp Taco $10
  
  Tempura-battered tilapia or shrimp taco with fresh cabbage and cilantro-lime sauce. Fried plantains, organic brown rice, black beans and salsa.
- Fish or Shrimp Tacos - Two Fish Tacos $12
  
  Tempura-battered tilapia or shrimp taco with fresh cabbage and cilantro-lime sauce. Fried plantains, organic brown rice, black beans and salsa.
- Fish or Shrimp Tacos - Two Shrimp Tacos $14
  
  Tempura-battered tilapia or shrimp taco with fresh cabbage and cilantro-lime sauce. Fried plantains, organic brown rice, black beans and salsa.

Gourmet Flatbread Pizza

Toppings: artichoke hearts, basil, sliced tomatoes, feta, mozzarella, gorgonzola, pesto, anchovies, kalamata olives, julienne onions, bell pepper, roasted red pepper, mushrooms, roasted garlic, eggplant, sun-dried tomatoes. grilled chicken breast, andouille sausage, smoked trout, goat cheese, shrimp, chorizo.
- Margherita $10
  
  Mozzarella, tomatoes, roasted garlic, extra virgin olive oil, fresh basil.
- Thai Chicken $10
  
  Peanut sauce, lime chicken, carrots, green onions, jack cheese, sweet chili sauce, cilantro.
- Bayou $10
  
  Shrimp, local andouille sausage, tomatoes, pimento cheese
- Mediterrano $10
  
  Tomato, spinach, feta, artichokes, kalamata olives, red onion